1974 Lancia Stratos vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 707 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lincoln LS (298 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Stratos | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Lancia | Lincoln |
| Model | Stratos | LS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
